Researchers in this area investigate both condensed matter systems and biophysics, typically using analytical techniques and Monte Carlo methods (intensive numerical techniques involving the use of random numbers). On the condensed matter side, we specialise in systems of high technological interest, especially high-temperature superconductors and graphene. We also link with the quantum technologies group in designing and understanding quantum simulators. In biophysics, we are interested in the prediction of strokes and heart attacks and the growth of artificial tissue. The work is supported by our high performance computing cluster, some paper and a pencil.